"Generative AI tools are quite different from automation technologies like robots in the role that they require from workers. Whereas robots require a human worker to give them flexibility by reprogramming or rearranging them, generative AI tools are very flexible by nature - but often require humans in the loop to ensure their accuracy and relevance."
"In this way, the current tools are more like the internet, which is flexible as a platform but requires workers to use it effectively."
"Generative AI tools are also deployed in an experimental, bottom-up fashion in a similar manner to how early internet technologies were adopted, emphasizing the need for organizations to adapt and learn from these integrations."
Ben Armstrong emphasizes the importance of human involvement in the effective use of generative AI tools, which are inherently flexible but require oversight for accuracy. He draws parallels between generative AI and the early internet, highlighting that both technologies necessitate active engagement from workers. Armstrong's research focuses on how organizations can adapt to technological changes, particularly in the context of AI integration, and he collaborates with various sectors to develop strategies for workforce adaptation and regional economic improvement.
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